Mediation in The Woodlands
- The Woodlands, TX
- Abercrombie, Sanchez & Wood Law
Mediation Attorneys Serving The Woodlands, TX
Mediation is a great way for many to resolve their differences and reach a final agreement. If mediation succeeds, the spouses are able to avoid going before a judge. They can decide between themselves, with the assistance of counsel, what the best decisions are regarding child custody and division of assets. With certified mediators on your side, it is recommended that you go through the process with these lawyers. Abercrombie, Sanchez & Wood Law has certified mediators for divorce in The Woodlands. They can help you work through your disagreements and reach a final agreement.
Things to know about mediation in The Woodlands
Be Prepared
Are you receiving the right advice from a qualified mediator lawyer? What are your goals for mediation? Are you able to reach an agreement that could be irrevocable with the other side?
Privacy
Everyone involved in mediation is subject to confidentiality. The judge who is in charge of your case will not see anything discussed. The final agreement is what the judge will see. These privacy rules allow both parties to be flexible and offer solutions that might not be approved by the court. Each party may believe that anything said during mediation could be used against them later on. This will prevent the parties from ever communicating. It is the process of negotiating and coming to an agreement together in order to create a new working life.
Control
Many people who go through trial divorce feel that they were not heard, that their stories were shortened, and that the judge didn’t fully understand all facts. While having an objective third party can sometimes be helpful, most people will agree that you and your spouse are the best architects of your family after divorce.
Mediation gives you control over the outcome. Mediation is all about you. You can choose to go fast or slow and think it through. Or you can ask questions and consider all options. It is final when you reach an agreement with our mediators in The Woodlands. It is signed by the parties and sent to the judge for approval. It cannot be rescinded or altered by anyone. You and your spouse have the power and control. The Court is bound in almost all cases by the agreement, just as the parties. So bring an attorney along to mediation to ensure that the deal is in your best interest and the best interests of your family.
Timing
Many people who go through trial divorce feel that they were not heard, that their stories were shortened, and that the judge didn’t fully understand all facts. While having an objective third party can sometimes be helpful, most people will agree that you and your spouse are the best architects of your family after divorce.
Mediation gives you control over the outcome. Mediation is all about you. You can choose to go fast or slow and think it through. Or you can ask questions and consider all options. It is final when you reach an agreement with our mediators in The Woodlands. It is signed by the parties and sent to the judge for approval. It cannot be rescinded or altered by anyone. You and your spouse have the power and control. The Court is bound in almost all cases by the agreement, just as the parties. So bring an attorney along to mediation to ensure that the deal is in your best interest and the best interests of your family.
Affordability
It is costly to litigate. However, securing a certified mediator for divorce is much less expensive. Litigation can be taxing on the estates and mental health of both the parties. Many parties like the idea that litigation is avoided and funds are kept in their accounts. This allows them to avoid spending money on lawyers and court costs. This sentiment is most likely to be understood by those who have worked hard and planned for a better life.
Parties tend to understand that mediation is not about dividing the swords. They can come to an agreement on how to resolve their differences. Children will interact with their parents for a lifetime. If things don’t go as planned, it is not a bad thing. You will often have to pay money to your attorneys to represent you. This could include drug testing, counseling, psychological evaluations, private investigators, co-parenting classes, and even expert witnesses.
All of this, and you are still not guaranteed to control the outcome or what is ordered by the Court in your case. You will know the cost. The money you had saved to provide the best possible life for your family has been cut or eliminated. You feel the cost emotionally through insecurity, anger and pain. Mediation is attractive because it reduces the expense for all parties. Mediation allows you to reduce your expenses on all fronts, and can oftentimes provide the best solution for all parties simultaneously.
Abercrombie, Sanchez & Wood Law has certified mediators in The Woodlands who can help you navigate this process.
